Wednesday, February 3, 2010

It’s time for the the Super Bowl. Saints vs Colts. Brees vs Manning. It’s both the happiest day and the saddest day of the year for my husband. Happy because this is what the entire football season has came down to: the two best teams competing for the title. Sad because Super Bowl Sunday marks the end of football for the next six months.

Regardless, it’s a great day for friends to come together to cheer on their favorite team – or commercial. Super Bowl Sunday is one of America’s largest and most entertaining sporting events; but it can also be one of the most dangerous days on the road, due to drinking and driving.

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one somewhere else, be a responsible Super Bowl host by following these tips:• Make sure everyone has a designated driver. • Serve plenty of food and include soft drinks, juice and water.• Stop serving alcohol at the end of the third quarter of the game.• Have the number of local cab companies at hand.• Take the keys away from anyone who is thinking of driving while impaired.• Only serve alcohol to guests over 21 years of age.

Luckily I get to take the year off from being Super Bowl Host Extraordinaire and take in the festivities at a friend’s house. But even as a guest I need to remember to do my part:• Designate my sober driver before the party begins (or in my case, volunteer to be the sober driver)• Avoid drinking too much alcohol too fast.• Never let a friend get behind the wheel of their vehicle if they are impaired.• Always buckle up – it’s the best defense against other impaired drivers.

Remember, Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk. Make the right call and ensure everyone will Arrive Alive from this year’s Super Bowl.

Missouri Department of Transportation

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